Built in Samvat 1943 near the Bhagirathi riverfront, this is considered one of the most beautiful temples in the complex. The temple's distinctive architecture stands out with its three shikharas and French-style windows. Built ingeniously so the outer Rangmandap receives sunlight that glitters throughout the temple, the riverside location provides stunning views, especially at sunset. The sanctum sanctorum houses Parikar-yukt idols of Shri Neminath Bhagwan, Shri Parshwanath, and Shri Mahavir Swami in a beautiful marble mandap.
Founded in 1886 by Rai Dhanpat Singhji Dugar, this is the largest temple in Azimganj and houses the most impressive idol in the complex. The towering idol of Shri Sambhavnath Bhagwan is truly mesmerizing. Local histories link the idol’s arrival to the Nalhati–Azimganj line, an early private railway venture associated with the Dugar name, folding the romance of steam and devotion directly into the temple’s origin story.
Built in 1888 by the Manhot family, this is among the most storied shrines in the cluster. The temple contains 500-year-old idols and features gates and statues made of "Kasauti Pathar" (touchstone), which was historically used to test gold purity. The temple once housed many beautiful gemstone idols, though some have unfortunately been stolen in recent times. Despite losing some glory due to passage of time and limited maintenance, it still preserves hundreds of Panch Dhatu idols.
Constructed in 1880 by Yati Bijay Chandji, this temple also features ancient 500-year-old idols.
Originally built in 1856 by Uttam Chandji Nahar and rebuilt by Setab Chandji Nahar in 1897. The temple houses ancient rock-cut inscriptions (shila-lekhs) and carvings from stupas, though these artefacts currently lack proper maintenance.
Located in the market area, this temple was constructed in 1873 by Gulab Kumari Bibi. One of the idols here dates back to Samvat 1510, making it particularly ancient.
The Rambagh area complex includes Shri Sawalia Parshwanath Bhagwan Jinalay, Shri Godi Parshwanath Bhagwan temple, and a Dadawadi (built in 1870). This temple complex also houses statues relocated from Jangipur, Kiaganj, and Cossimbazar. The dadawadi contains sphatik charan paduka of Dada Gurudev.
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